Bolton travel guide
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You're Going to Love Bolton
With a population of 141,331, Bolton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bolton to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Bolton
Where to Eat in Bolton
If you’re looking for affordable options, Cross Guns (390 Blackburn Road) and The Cherry Tree (Chorley Road Blackrod) are great picks.
When to visit Bolton
How to Get to Bolton
Plane
Although Bolton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 17 miles from Bolton. The shortest domestic flight to Bolton departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bolton, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Bolton to Newcastle upon Tyne takes 2h 57m and costs around £23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 10m trip. Located 2.0 miles from the city centre, Bolton Moses Gate is the busiest station in Bolton. Another popular train station is Bolton Bromley Cross, located 2 miles from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Bolton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 173 miles from Bolton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bolton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Bolton takes 50 miles and will cost you around £11. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 70 miles. Bolton’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Bolton
Where to stay in popular areas of Bolton
Most booked hotels in Bolton
Hiring a car in Bolton
Hiring a car in Bolton costs £27 per day, on average.
Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Bolton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.10 and £21.46. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bolton, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.
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